Lead R&D Programmer - La Forge Montreal (Canada) Ubisoft Entertainment Software Engineering Sen[...]

Gamecompanies; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technical Lead, where you will guide a talented R&D team in transforming innovative prototypes into minimum viable products for exciting video game productions. In this dynamic role, you will provide essential technical oversight, mentor your team, and facilitate collaboration across departments. With a strong emphasis on innovation and creativity, this position offers you the chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about technology and eager to tackle challenges in the gaming industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in programming, innovation, or team management.
• Strong cross-departmental communication and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Define development plans and prototype deliverables for production.
• Mentor team members and collaborate with production teams.

Skills

Programming

Team Management

Cross-departmental Communication

Mentorship

Problem Solving

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Visual Studio

Job description

As a Technical Lead at La Forge, you’ll guide a small yet talented team of R&D developers in transforming prototypes into minimum viable products for video game productions.

With support from the department’s development director and production manager, you’ll provide essential technical oversight and direction — from design to delivery.

You will also mentor your team, helping them refine their skills, innovate, and perform at their best in a collaborative R&D environment.

Your expertise, credibility, and reliability will make you a key resource within La Forge and across Ubisoft, serving as a trusted advisor and guide for colleagues worldwide.

About La Forge

La Forge bridges academia and video game production, fostering innovation and accelerating R&D. We prototype to help content creators develop believable worlds and deepen understanding of players, exploring areas like rendering, animation, AI, audio, and physics. Our mission is to tackle major challenges in art and tech gaming.

What you’ll do

1. Define development plans and prototype deliverables for production.
2. Meet regularly with your R&D team to assign tasks, discuss progress, and provide feedback.
3. Mentor team members, review code, and validate technical solutions.
4. Collaborate with production teams to integrate new technologies and identify new project opportunities.
5. Facilitate communication between La Forge and other Ubisoft teams.
6. Represent your team in meetings from project initiation to closure.
7. Address complex issues and propose effective solutions.
8. Stay informed about industry standards and share insights with studios and academia.
9. Participate in recruitment for internships and full-time roles.

Qualifications

What you bring

• PHD in computer science
• Extensive experience in programming, innovation, or team management
• Proficiency with Git and Visual Studio
• Strong cross-departmental communication skills
• Excellent mentorship and presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and a passion for sharing knowledge

Additional Information

Company Description

Ubisoft employs over 19,000 people worldwide, creating acclaimed franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment. If you’re excited to solve challenges with cutting-edge technology and push entertainment boundaries, join us.

Note: We support a flexible hybrid work model (minimum 3 days in-office). Relocation may be required if outside Quebec or Canada. Work permit eligibility depends on education and experience.

About Ubisoft

Founded in 1986, Ubisoft is a French video game developer and publisher based in Montreuil-Sous-Bois. We aim to create immersive worlds that entertain, educate, and inspire, continually pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation.